Tom Matsuda

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Tom Matsuda is a fintech reporter at Sifted, the Financial Times-backed publication covering Europe's startup and technology ecosystem. Based in London, Tom covers the operations and strategies of some of Europe's largest fintech scaleups, including Revolut, Monzo, Starling, and Klarna. He writes Sifted's weekly Fintech newsletter, which reaches more than 35,000 subscribers and has become one of the most widely read fintech briefings in Europe. Tom's reporting goes beyond surface-level product announcements to examine the competitive dynamics, regulatory challenges, and growth strategies of Europe's most ambitious financial technology companies. He tracks everything from neobank expansion and payments infrastructure to embedded finance and crypto regulation. A John Schofield Trust Fellow, Tom has been recognized for his journalistic talent and commitment to quality reporting. His work captures the rapidly evolving European fintech landscape at a critical time when the sector faces tighter regulation, increased competition, and growing pressure to demonstrate sustainable business models. Tom's deep relationships with fintech founders, investors, and regulators make his coverage essential reading for anyone following Europe's financial technology industry.

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